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Planning in Irton

Approved
92%
23 of 25 decided
Decision time
about 15 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Irton in the last 24 months, from North Yorkshire Council's planning register.

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Around Irton

Postcode districts

YO12 67 applications in the last 12 monthsYO14 37 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: North Yorkshire Council

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About Irton

Irton is a quaint village and civil parish located approximately 3 miles southwest of Scarborough in North Yorkshire, England. As of the 2011 census, Irton had a population of 312, reflecting a slight decline from 332 in 2001. By 2015, North Yorkshire County Council estimated the population at around 310, providing a small community for potential planning developments and local initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 335 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Scarborough district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Irton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Irton planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Irton, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Irton. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 108 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (16), tree works (5), discharge of conditions (4).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Irton?
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Irton. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Irton?
The average planning decision time near Irton is 108 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Irton?
The planning approval rate near Irton is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Irton?
The most common type of planning application near Irton is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Irton?
You can search and track planning applications near Irton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.